Grand Mission preaching at St. James Church

The Oblate preaching community conducted a grand mission at St. James Church, which is one of the main stations (180 families) of the Illavalai Parish in the Diocese of Jaffna. The mission was conducted for fifteen days. The prime activities were family visits, Anpiam (Basic Christian Communities) group masses and Seminars. There are twelve Anpiams … Read moreGrand Mission preaching at St. James Church

National Family Retreat held at Thalawila from 16th Sep to 18th Sep, 2016.

The National Family Apostolate Commission of Sri Lanka Organised this programme.  This is the 7th National Family Retreat. His Lordship Bishop Nobert Andradi, OMI, the Chari person, Fr. Clouad Nonis, the National Director, Fr. Eugene Benedict, OMI, the Secretary and other Diocesan directors from 12 Dioceses were present.  There were 3200 participants took part in this programme. It was … Read moreNational Family Retreat held at Thalawila from 16th Sep to 18th Sep, 2016.

Pope to OMI Chapter

‘Embrace the poor with new missionary drive’  Pope Francis told the participants in the General Chapter of the Oblates of Mary Immaculate  to ‘love Jesus with passion and the Church without conditions’. His exhortation came in a private audience in the Vatican’ Clementine Hall on Friday, as the Oblates celebrate the 200th anniversary since their … Read morePope to OMI Chapter

CRADA – Center For Rehabilitation of Alcoholic and Drugs

This Center provides specialized ministries according to the time and the needs of the people.  The vision of this center is to create a healthy society where there is no alcohol, drugs and smoking. Its mission is to render new life to the alcoholics and drug addicts by treatment as well as creating awareness to … Read moreCRADA – Center For Rehabilitation of Alcoholic and Drugs